WebNamed after her brother-in-law, this scrumptious baked casserole was made with ground beef, cheese, tomato sauce, and noodles. One theory as to why this dish …
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This Johnny Marzetti Casserole, often called American Goulash is quick and easy to make. Saute the onion and brown the hamburger; drain. Cook noodles according to package directions. Combine all ingredients but save some cheese for the top. Pour into a greased 9 x 13 inch and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Johnny Marzetti is a lasagna casserole recipe that is comfort food at its finest. This popular Italian American dinner is a great way to feed a crowd on a budget, without sacrificing flavor!
My recipe for Johnny Marzetti includes a combination of ground beef and pork sausage, along with diced onion and green bell pepper. I think that the sausage adds great flavor to the dish, but you can certainly swap out the sausage for an additional 1/2 lb. of ground beef. Season the cooked meat mixture with salt and pepper, to taste.
What is Johnny Marzetti? Johnny Marzetti is an Italian American pasta casserole, popular in the Midwestern United States. It’s pretty much the same as a traditional lasagna recipe, however, it voids the ricotta cheese, and it uses a smaller pasta, so there is no layering of the lasagna noodles required.